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Dr. Alexander Spira, MD

Hematology & Oncology* Age 55
Dr. Alexander Spira, MD
4.7 (107 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Spira, MD is a Hematologist Oncologist in Fairfax, VA.
Dr. Alexander Spira, MD
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Dr. Alexander Spira, MD

Hematology & Oncology* Age 55
Fairfax, VA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alexander Spira, MD is a Hematologist Oncologist in Fairfax, VA.

About

Dr. Spira graduated from New York University School in 1997 and completed a residency at Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania|University Penn Hospital University Pa.Dr. Alexander Spira, MD is a Hematologist Oncologist in Fairfax, VA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Spira currently practices at Virginia Cancer Specialists and are affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center and Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. Dr. Spira has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Spira received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 107 times. Dr. Spira's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Spira is board certified in Medical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
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Locations

  1. 1 Virginia Cancer Specialists-Fairfax
    8613 Route 29 Ste 200, Fairfax, VA 22031
  2. 2 Quest Diagnostics Incorporated MD
    1860 Town Center Dr Ste 460, Reston, VA 20190
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Office
    8613 Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22031
  4. 4 Office
    8613 Route 29, Fairfax, VA 22031
  5. 5 Office
    3650 Joseph Siewick Dr Ste 200, Fairfax, VA 22033
  6. 6 Infectious Diseases Tropical Medicine and
    44035 Riverside Pkwy, Leesburg, VA 20176

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4.7
Based on 107 Reviews
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Oct 17, 2024
Dr Spira has been my Oncologist for over 14 years. It's easy to tell he genuinely cares about his patients. I could not be receiving better treatment anywhere than I am receiving from him. I am so thankful I am able to have Dr Spira and his team care for me.
William Rote — Oct 17, 2024
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Specialties*
Hematology & Oncology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York University School
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Hospital of University of Pennsylvania
    1998
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania|University Penn Hospital University Pa
    2000
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Spira, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Spira's profile.

Dr. Spira frequently treats the following conditions: Lung Cancer and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alexander Spira, MD is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center and Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Spira, MD holds board certification in Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Inova Alexandria Hospital

    4320 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA

  • Inova Fairfax Hospital

    3300 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA

  • Reston Hospital Center

    1850 Town Center Pkwy, Reston, VA

  • UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center

    15225 Heathcote Blvd, Haymarket, VA

  • Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

    2300 Opitz Blvd, Woodbridge, VA